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A Bad Year for Bees Gets Worse as Trump’s Tariffs Hit Canada’s Honey Belt
Alberta produces 40 percent of Canada’s honey. This year, rain and President Trump’s trade war have combined to threaten the industry.
Media Built A Myth About Evangelicals. A New Book Completely Dismantles It.
For the last decade or so, American evangelicals have been a punching bag. Condescending think pieces in The Atlantic and the New York Times and best-selling b…
In Germany, Ulrich Siegmund Is Bringing the AfD to the Cusp of Power
Ulrich Siegmund, 35, once sold air fresheners. Now his far-right party is the favorite to win a state election in eastern Germany on Sunday.
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Elections in Germany Could Produce First Far-Right State Government Since Nazi Era: What to Know
Elections in Saxony-Anhalt, in the country’s east, could result in an outright majority for the Alt…
China’s New Graduates, Facing a Dire Job Market, Must Also Contend With A.I.
A record 12.7 million young people are looking for jobs as the country embraces artificial intellig…
Michigan Wolverines fend off shocking upset bid from Western Michigan in early season thriller
Michigan football nearly relived its Appalachian State nightmare as Western Michigan led 12-7 befor…
California pizza joint allegedly used as meth distribution hub as illegal immigrant charged
Kawal Preet Singh allegedly used a Round Table Pizza in Dinuba to distribute over 40 pounds of meth…
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North America
American Muslims are giving Texas barbecue a halal makeover
Even as anti-Muslim rhetoric rises in Texas, Muslim pitmasters are winning over diners and reshapin…
U.S. envoys Witkoff and Kushner set for talks in Kyiv after meeting Putin in Moscow
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are set to arrive in Kyiv on Sunday in their first visi…
As Midterms Approach, Republicans Find There Is No Escape From Trump
The president’s strategy, message and spending have left the G.O.P. in a difficult spot as lawmaker…
Trump Envoys Make First Visit to Kyiv
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia in Moscow on Saturda…
Europe
Far-right AfD predicted to win big in crucial German state election
Polling stations open in Saxony-Anhalt with anti-immigration party AfD predicted to gain 41% vote s…
'A bad sign': US envoys head to Kyiv after three-hour talks with Putin
As US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner head to Kyiv following what the White House described …
Hungary begins hunt for corrupt regime's billions
Hungary's new prime minister promised he would recover billions stolen or diverted by the previous …
Germany's far-right AfD eyes historic state victory in Saxony-Anhalt election
Germany's anti-immigrant Alternative for Germany party is aiming to become the first far-right part…
Asia
‘Can no longer be stopped’: AfD races towards historic win in Germany state vote
Voting is currently taking place in Saxony-Anhalt's vital state election, representing an important…
Illinois Project to restore 421 acres, cut flood risk along Des Plaines river
Onion prices still make eyes water despite Centre's Rs 35/kg buffer sale
In a move to curb soaring onion prices, the government is implementing subsidized sales, dispersing…
Balochistan’s Zehri under curfew: Allegations of killings, disappearances emerge
Africa
Algerian rescue workers recover body of 10-year-old boy trapped in well
Rescue operations ended Saturday night in northwestern Algeria for a 10-year-old boy trapped in a w…
Iraq facing petrol shortage as Middle East war chokes off supplies
Drivers formed long lines outside fuel stations in Baghdad on Saturday as gasoline supplies dropped…
Togo's sacred Voodoo stone augers year of peace and prosperity
Togo's sacred Voodoo stone promises year of peace, purity and prosperity at annual Ekpessosso festi…
Investigation underway into cause of deadly Kinshasa wedding fire
An investigation is underway into a fire at a wedding party in Congo's capital Kinshasa left at lea…
Oceania
'People were screaming': Qantas passengers tell of engine spitting fire
Flight QF122 had just left Queenstown in New Zealand on Saturday when it was diverted over what the…
Questions about safety of disabled school transportation after review
Questions have been raised about the safety of school transport services for disabled students, aft…
Future of Duffy Books in limbo as Ministry of Education considers 'competitive tender process'
The Ministry of Education intends to "explore a competitive tender process" once the contract ends …
Dozens of bushfires burn as Qld swelters through above-average temps
A fire in the Lockyer Valley forced the temporary closure of the Warrego Highway, as some residents…
South America
Falklands row shows urgent need to commit to 3% target, says Labour defence committee chair
Exclusive: Tan Dhesi says Argentinian threats make it more crucial than ever that PM increase defen…
From sugarcane fields to dialysis: the kidney crisis that crosses borders
Chronic kidney disease was long thought to be an old person’s malady. Now it’s a multinational heal…
A cartel tortured Julio: The US denied his family asylum and wants to send them to a third country
His family’s efforts to remain in the country have run up against Donald Trump’s hardline immigrati…
The new Arctic route is redrawing the economic and geopolitical map
Melting ice has opened the door to steady trade routes between Asia and Europe. However, it also po…
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Utah
Opinion: The schedule for worship in the Church of Jesus Christ has always changed. Our need for belonging has not
Excerpt from Spencer Cox’s ‘Off Ramp’: Stopping the spiral of retribution
Analysis: BYU was mostly clean in doing what it needed to against overmatched Utah Tech
Idaho
Oregon didn't appreciate Boise State dancing to "Shout" - Greenwich Time
Oregon didn't appreciate Boise State dancing to "Shout" Greenwich Time
City of Boise considering converting Owyhee Park tennis courts to pickleball - KTVB
City of Boise considering converting Owyhee Park tennis courts to pickleball KTVB
Oregon survived Boise State — now the question is whether the scare makes them better - OregonLive.com
Oregon survived Boise State — now the question is whether the scare makes them better OregonLive.com
Wyoming
PREP GOLF: Laramie boys, girls 2nd at Wheatland Invite - wyomingnews.com
PREP GOLF: Laramie boys, girls 2nd at Wheatland Invite wyomingnews.com
Turning Point, Unsung Heroes and What's Next For UW Football - kgab.com
Turning Point, Unsung Heroes and What's Next For UW Football kgab.com
Football season brings boost to local bars and restaurants - WyomingNews.com
Football season brings boost to local bars and restaurants WyomingNews.com
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2 people rescued alive from tunnel after deadly Nepal-Tibet flash flood
Two people have been rescued from a hydropower tunnel at the Trishuli 3A construction site, Nepal's…
Trump Picks Adam Telle as New Acting U.S. Army Secretary
Adam Telle is the new acting U.S. Army Secretary with President Donald Trump making clear late Thur…
'Layer upon layer of miracles' to find tunnel survivors, Nepal rescue adviser tells BBC
From searching for a buried tunnel entrance to blowing up rocks the size of cars, rescuers had to s…
Brickbat: Duck and Cover
A member of the Comanchero outlaw motorcycle gang from Port Willunga, South Australia, has been arr…
South Korea pushes back on reports it is readying Hormuz deployment amid US pressure
Seoul reportedly seeking parliamentary approval to send military assets to Middle East but presiden…
DOJ files emergency appeal with SCOTUS on behalf of U.S. Postal Service, requesting top court lift judge’s block on new postal regulations for mail-in ballots
The Justice Department filed an emergency appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of the U.S. …
100 influencers invited to US Open spark debate on 'tennis etiquette'
The behaviour of influencers and content creators has become a major talking point at this year's U…
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